Preseason games see some odd lineups, rested stars and big minutes for guys who will spend the season in the D-League. In short, don’t confuse preseason with NBA basketball as you know it.

But the tickets aren’t any cheaper for fans. The beer is not less expensive. The parking still sets you back. At those prices, you still deserve a show.

Thursday night in Orlando fans didn’t get much of one — and not just because the Bobcats were in town. The Magic sat every starter. No Dwight Howard, no Jameer Nelson, no Vince Carter, no Rashard Lewis. People were upset. Okay, nobody was too angry about missing out on Lewis, but that’s not the point, the show took a night off.